Stuttgarter Philharmoniker

Founded in 1924, the Stuttgart Philharmonic Orchestra is »the orchestra of the state capital« of Baden-Württemberg. It has close ties to its city and aims to reach a particularly wide audience with excellent concerts in a wide variety of formats. Eighty-eight musicians and a dedicated organizational team ensure emotional and inspiring experiences week after week: With over 120 events a year, including 18 major symphony concerts in three subscription series; children’s and family concerts, choir concerts, and chamber music; with »Philharmonic Pops«, film music, and a variety of experiential formats, the Stuttgart Philharmonic Orchestra touches the hearts of more than 100,000 people every year. The orchestra’s traditions include concert tours – from southwestern Germany to neighboring European countries and overseas – as well as regular appearances as a festival orchestra at the Heidenheim Opera Festival or at its own Beethoven Days in Ludwigsburg-Stuttgart. »Excellence, tradition, and passion,« says artistic director Christian Lorenz, »with this triad, we want to inspire our concertgoers again and again.«